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  • Tax assessed value
    $1,151,819

    255 Lester Ave, Oakland, CA 94606

    1beds
    1baths
    675sqft
    Apartment
    Built in 1897
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $1,706/sqft
    $2,133 Estimated rent

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    $2,133/mo

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    What's special

    This apartment located on Lester Ave is one block from Lake Merritt and is an exceptional opportunity for the person who wants something almost nobody else has. A private entrance takes you down a path to your own special garden apartment. Inside, abundant light from the large picture windows surrounds you. Outside, you have your own private redwood deck area, numerous plantings and a delicious cherry tree in a magical setting. The apartment has been completely remodeled with many high-end finishes. Pretty marble looking quartz countertop in the kitchen, extensive cabinetry, and new stainless appliances. Unique drenching shower fixture in a completely remodeled bath. Every room has beautiful natural light. OK for small well-behaved dog with references. Please call David for an appointment to view. Thanks! Owner pays water and garbage. Resident pays gas and electric.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Laundry: None
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 675 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off-street
    Lot
    • Size: 3,963 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2122642

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    Condition
    • Year built: 1897

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Oakland

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,706/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,151,819

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/15/2022Listing removed--
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    12/7/2022Listed for rent$2,295$3/sqft
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    1/7/2003Sold$647,500+46.3%$959/sqft
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    7/12/2000Sold$442,500+394.4%$656/sqft
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    9/5/1997Sold$89,500$133/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026-- $1,151,819 +2%
    2025$20,246 +4.4%$1,129,242 +2%
    2024$19,395 -3.8%$1,107,102 +2%
    2023$20,152 +4.5%$1,085,401 +2%
    2022$19,277 +7.5%$1,064,122 +2%
    2021$17,940 +1.1%$1,043,263 +0.9%
    2020$17,747 +5.9%$1,033,918 +2%
    2019$16,755 +7.1%$1,013,680 +2%
    2018$15,645 $993,838 +1.8%
    2017$15,645 +2.7%$976,636 +2%
    2016$15,238 +7.1%$957,562 +1.5%
    2015$14,233 $943,241 +17.4%
    2014$14,233 $803,600 +3.2%
    2013-- $778,600 +3.3%
    2012-- $753,600 -3.8%
    2011-- $783,600 -5.4%
    2010-- $828,600 -5.9%
    2009-- $880,575 +2%
    2008-- $863,386 +2%
    2007-- $846,528 +2%
    2006-- $830,000 +23.4%
    2005-- $672,637 +2%
    2004-- $659,522 +15.1%
    2003-- $573,240 +2%
    2002-- $562,000 +27%
    2001$7,186 $442,500
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    Neighborhood: Cleveland Heights

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